Why 7-Eleven and Convenience Stores in Japan Are So Special
Convenience stores are a fixture of Japanese life, and 7-Eleven is the country’s dominant chain. They are a place to shop, pay bills and gather during disasters. Source link
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Altmin becomes first Indian project to be listed with MSP
HYDERABAD: Battery materials and supply chain player Altmin Private Ltd’s proposed $250 million (approx Rs 2200 crore) greenfield lithium refining project in Brazil has become the first project from India to be listed with the Minerals Security Partnership (MSP).MSP is a US-led alliance of 14 countries and the European Commission that focuses on securing and…
In Epstein’s ‘Birthday Book,’ a Celebration of His Lecherous Exploits
The book containing 50th birthday tributes to Jeffrey Epstein was released on Monday by the House Oversight Committee. Source link
Rupert Murdoch succession battle: Eldest son Lachlan to control media empire; siblings to get $1.1 billion payout each
Robert Murdoch (AP file photo) and son Lachlan Murdoch (Photo from Fox corporation website) Rupert Murdoch’s family has finalised succession arrangements that hand control of his media empire to eldest son Lachlan Murdoch, ensuring Fox News retains its conservative direction. 94-year old Murdoch, an Australian-born American tycoon, built one of the world’s largest media groups,…
Top stocks to buy today: Stock market recommendations for September 9, 2025 – check list
Top stocks to buy (AI image) Stock market recommendations: According to Somil Mehta, Head – Alternate Research, Capital Market Strategy, Mirae Asset Sharekhan, the top stocks to buy today are Apl Apollo Tubes Ltd, and CDSL:Apl Apollo Tubes Ltd – Buy in the range between Rs 1687 & Rs 1697; Stoploss: Rs 1640; Target: Rs…
Crippling Russia’s economy: EU explores new sanctions on Russian banks, oil trade; joint action with US being mulled
Whilst Russia faces severe, crippling sanctions from Western nations, it has managed to mitigate some effects. (AI image) In an attempt to pile on economic pressure on Russia, the European Union is weighing a fresh set of sanctions on Russian banks and oil trade to get President Vladimir Putin to end the war against Ukraine.According…
‘Something being worked out’: Nirmala Sitharaman signals relief for exporters hit by US tariffs; government keeping close watch on rupee
File photo: Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman (Picture credit: PTI) Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman has said the government is preparing a comprehensive package to support Indian exporters impacted by the steep 50 per cent tariff imposed by the US. She noted that a multi-departmental exercise is underway to assess the effect on shipments.In an interview with…
Investing in mutual funds: Should low charges make you buy a fund? Here’s what experts say
Mutual Fund investments (AI image) The direct plan of the Jio BlackRock Flexicap Fund that opens later this month has a total expense ratio of 0.5%. The fund house claims that its efficient execution processes would lower costs and potentially increase portfolio returns for investors. The logic seems simple: the lower the cost, the higher…
Digital economy: Coal India explores data centres in closed mines; to boost digital infra, sustainability
Coal India Limited (CIL) is exploring the possibility of setting up data centres in its decommissioned mines, repurposing redundant assets to meet India’s rising demand for digital infrastructure while pushing sustainable development.The state-owned miner has initiated a detailed feasibility study with consultants, officials told PTI. The exercise will include site assessments, a comparative analysis of…
Lachlan Murdoch Secures Control of Fox and News Corp, Ending Succession Fight
Lachlan Murdoch will take control of a new family trust in a deal worth $3.3 billion, ensuring that his father’s media empire will retain its conservative slant. Source link